2026-2027 Lower School Junior-Kindergarten (JK) Associate Teacher and Extended Day JK Coordinator

Francis Parker School•San Diego, CA

1d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Francis Parker School (Parker) is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate educator for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position is a one-year assignment with the opportunity to reapply annually. The role involves working with junior-kindergarten students, teaching various subjects, assisting with classroom duties, and coordinating an after-school enrichment program. The school emphasizes core values such as Students First, Academic Excellence, Global Perspective, Strength of Character, Inclusive Community, and No Limit to Better. Parker is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California, serving 1,330 students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a mission to inspire independent thinkers prepared to make a meaningful difference in the world.

Requirements

Available to work Monday through Friday from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.
Earned a minimum of 12 units of Early Childhood Education units.
Hold current CPR/First-Aid certification.
Bachelor’s Degree.
Prior experience working with preschool-aged children, preferably in a school setting, is essential.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate well with school staff.
Ability to quickly learn students’ names.
Willingness to work as a strong team member while assisting with the hiring and supervision of staff.
Ability to communicate well with parents and manage their concerns effectively.
Understand and implement all school safety and security practices.
Ability to manage the playground in a manner consistent with school program.
Have an abiding interest in helping young people experience success in school.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an after-school/extended-day program.

Responsibilities

Work in cooperation with up to 3 junior-kindergarten teachers and 3 associate teachers, ensuring appropriate child-teacher classroom ratios.
Instruct a variety of subjects in up to three (3) separate classrooms.
Assist with playground duties and provide rotating relief for other JK support staff as necessary.
Assist with the creation, acquisition, and management of curricular materials.
Provide supervision for Parker Junior-Kindergarten students during after-school hours.
Help to plan, coordinate, and manage the School’s after-school enrichment program.
Interact with students and provide a positive example during after-school hours.
Provide lead supervision during full-day camps, including Spring Break and Mid-Winter Break.
Be available during Professional Development Days (one week before school starts, one week after school ends, and 3-4 times throughout the school year) for supervision.